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What Is the Best Truck Rental Company?

Published December 15, 2012 · Written for MovingGuru readers since 2013

The best truck rental is…

Wait for it…

It depends.

Like so many things in life, there is no “best” moving truck rental company. Rather, there are many companies that range between good and bad, depending on the situation.

If you want to find the best truck rental for you, you must know what you need, then do some research.

How to Find the Best Truck Rental Company

First, you need to gather some information.

  • Plot your addresses (old and new) to find the various nearby rental agency locations.
  • Estimate the weight of your stuff.
  • Estimate the size – Measure your large furniture to determine the dimensions you’ll need your truck size to be.

Second, you need to start checking out pricing options for different companies. They’ll vary based on the distance, size and weight involved in your move.

Third, once you’ve narrowed down your search to two or three companies, call them to see if they have any “specials” or flat rate deals.  It’s improbable, but you never know…

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